Amo Earmleuning foar heftruck troch Zhenghai Shang and Jing Zhao

Amo Earmleuning foar heftruck troch Zhenghai Shang and Jing Zhao is in heech wurdearre winner fan de tige prestizjeuze 2026 A' Design Award yn Sulver yn de kompetysje-kategory Autûnderdielen, Auto-aksessoires en Fersoargingsprodukten Ûntwerp.

SulverAuto-aksessoire· 2026

Amo Earmleuning foar heftruck

troch Zhenghai Shang and Jing Zhao

Klant: Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH

A' Design Award yn Sulver Winner yn de kategory Auto-aksessoire

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Oer Amo Earmleuning foar heftruck

Amo is in multyfunksjonele earmleuning ûntwurpen foar heftruckkabines. De earmleuning bringt de betsjinningsknoppen gear yn in kompakte sône, sadat de operator faak foarkommende hannelingen útfiere kin mei lytse finger- en polsbewegingen ynstee fan grutte earmbewegingen. It bûgde oerflak stipet de ûnderearm en folget de foarm fan de hân. In ferfangbere foarste betsjinningsmodule kin fluch omwiksele wurde om oan te sluten by ferskillende gewoanten fan sjauffeurs, wat it tal ferskillende soarten earmleunings dat nedich is ferminderet. Amo is makke fan modulêre spuitgetten ûnderdielen mei standerdisearre ynterfaces.

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Amo Earmleuning foar heftruck is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver, in bûtengewoan prestisjeuze erkenning foar topûntwerpen dy't prachtich en yndrukwekkend binne. Sulverwinners binne tige briljante en ekstreem kreative wurken dy't de treflike ekspertize, it talint en de skerpsinnigens fan har ûntwerpers yllustrearje. Fan Amo Earmleuning foar heftruck wurdt ferwachte dat it in prachtich foarbyldwurk is, opmerklik profesjoneel en djip ynnovatyf. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver is in tige opfallende, bewûndere útfining dy't foardiel bringt en de grinzen fan keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology ferleget. Amo Earmleuning foar heftruck is in skepping dêr't breed oerjûn wurdt, dy't winsken wekker makket, positive gefoelens bringt en ferwûnderjen en fernuvering opwekket.

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Credits, teamleden en technyske details levere troch de ûntwerper.

Unike Eigenskippen: Heli Forklift cab intelligent control system redefines forklift operation by enhancing comfort and efficiency. Its replaceable front control module adapts easily to regional forklift driver’s habits, reducing development costs. The ergonomic curved form fits the hand naturally, improving long-term comfort. Integrated control buttons allow operators to perform multiple actions with minimal movement, boosting efficiency and safety through human-centered, modular design.
Ofmjittingen & Ferpakking: Fingertip model: 545mmx178mmx175mm
Labels: folklift operation; armrest; modular; ergonomics
Produksjetechnology: The armrest is produced using modular injection-molded components, achieving precise ergonomic contours and integrated button layouts. The replaceable front module uses durable, lightweight materials to adapt to different driver habits. Advanced assembly processes and standardized interfaces enable efficient mass production, reduce material waste, and ensure a high-quality, sustainable industrial design solution.
Untwerpútdaging: The main challenge was balancing standardization with individual adaptability. Forklift operators have significantly different control habits, yet the design needed to reduce product variation and manufacturing complexity. Integrating diverse interaction preferences into a single ergonomic interface, while maintaining intuitive use, precision, and durability, required extensive iteration. Developing a modular system that allows flexible control configurations without compromising structural integrity or usability was the most critical and complex aspect of the project.
Undersyk: This project is based on ergonomic studies, field observations, and user interviews with forklift operators. Motion analysis revealed excessive arm travel and repetitive strain in traditional lever systems, while user research highlighted diverse control preferences. Findings informed an integrated control layout and modular front-end system, reducing movement, improving comfort, and enabling adaptable interaction within a single platform.
Ynspiraasje: Amo was inspired by fatigue caused by traditional forklift armrests in long working hours. Valve-lever controls require large repetitive arm movements, leading to physical strain. Meanwhile, diverse driver habits force manufacturers to produce multiple armrest types, wasting resources. Through an ergonomic form with integrated controls and a replaceable front module, AMO adapts to different users while improving comfort, efficiency, and sustainability.
Projektdoer: The project started in April 2025 in Germany and will achieve mass production in May 2026 in China.
Operaasjestreamferrin: The armrest enables an intuitive rest-to-control workflow. The driver places the forearm on the ergonomic surface, with all key functions accessible within a compact control zone. High-frequency operations are executed through minimal finger and wrist movements, reducing arm fatigue. Controls are logically arranged and tactically differentiated for fast, distraction-free use. A replaceable front module allows quick switching between control types to match user preferences. This unified platform improves comfort, efficiency, and adaptability while minimizing resource redundancy.
Patinten: Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH
Teamleden: Zhenghai Shang, Jing Zhao, Ping Wang, Yingchun Bai, Wei Li, Jie Wang, Yang Meng, Chao Hu, Jianxiong Jia, jiong Ye, Xuemin Zhang
Ofbyldingskrediten: Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH